Independent bottlings are always a hard sell. A back-bar will always have a bottle you have never seen before, and more than likely will never see again, but on the odd occasion a brand makes the grade and Peat’s Beast is the latest to shine through. Created by Eamonn Jones of Fox Fitzgerald, a former traveller of the worldContinue reading “Peat’s Beast Tasting Notes”
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Robinson’s Pub on the Hub
Look what’s coming to this years Manchester Food & Drink Festival! – Stockport based brewery, Robinsons, has 360 pubs situated within the stunning settings of Cheshire, Derbyshire, Cumbria and Wales, but between the 27th September and the 4th October, Manchester Food and Drink Festival will play host to its 361st – The Pub on theContinue reading “Robinson’s Pub on the Hub”
Pink Pigeon Tasting Notes
Theres some spirits in the world that take their name from various sources. Bacardi has the Catalan wine merchant Facundo Bacardí Massó, Tanqueray has Charles Tanqueray, Amarula is named after its primary ingredient and Pink Pigeon after a rare Mauritian bird. Theres a Pink Pigeon in the world I hear you cry? Yup, these endangered birds fly freely on the Isle ofContinue reading “Pink Pigeon Tasting Notes”
Zubrowka Unveils Second Full Moon Cocktail
Celebrate the full moon on 2nd August with the deliciously captivating Zubrowka Bianco Full Moon cocktail, conjured up by Zubrowka brand ambassador and cocktail connoisseur, Pawel Rolka. Legend has it that under a full moon, in the remote Bialowieza Forest in north-east Poland, the bison grass grows strikingly well and becomes remarkably fragrant, releasingContinue reading “Zubrowka Unveils Second Full Moon Cocktail”
Indulge your senses with the sumptuous taste of Stoli Chocolat Razberi
Indulge your senses with the sumptuous taste of Stoli® Chocolat Razberi™ Brand new for the UK, Stoli® Chocolat Razberi™ premium vodka is the latest masterpiece from the flavoured collection of the world’s most original vodka. The delicate fusion of tangy raspberries and rich silken chocolate creates a unique and sumptuous experience. Created by Stolichnaya®Continue reading “Indulge your senses with the sumptuous taste of Stoli Chocolat Razberi”
Corks Out Champagne and Canapé Tasting
The annual Corks Out Champagne and Canapé night made its way to the prestige 3 rosette Alderley Edge Hotel & Restaurant last week accompanied by a host of well-known and famous Champagne houses to tantalize the taste buds of a bustling, and aptly named, Lauren Perrier suite. I’m going to dive straight into the tastingContinue reading “Corks Out Champagne and Canapé Tasting”
Leblon Tasting Notes
Cachaça is a spirit that most have heard of, many have maybe even drank its most famous concoction – the caipirinha, but does it have the same knowledge and understanding as say to gin, vodka or whisky? Did you know that cachaça comes from the South American country of Brazil? And that back in 2007,Continue reading “Leblon Tasting Notes”
Hendrick’s Gin Introduce Limited Edition ‘Fit for Tea’ Pack for the Summer
I received this a few days back regarding Hendrick’s summer revival. Have a read through, purchase and start making the fantastic cocktail at the end!! HENDRICK’S FIT FOR TEA In this most unusual of years, the general population is more than ever intrigued by the areas of sport & fitness. With these interests inContinue reading “Hendrick’s Gin Introduce Limited Edition ‘Fit for Tea’ Pack for the Summer”
Stevens Garnier Trade Tasting Roadshow
A few weeks back, Castlefield in Manchester was the base for the Oxford wine agency of Stevens Garnier to showcase their very best offerings in their latest trade tasting roadshow. Attracting wine makers from countries including Austria, Portugual, California and France, as well as industry folk like Ruth Yates of Corks Out and Chris Green of the ManchesterContinue reading “Stevens Garnier Trade Tasting Roadshow”
Zubrowka Unveils First Full Moon Cocktail
ZUBROWKA UNVEILS FIRST FULL MOON COCKTAIL I’m a little late with this press release, but it shouldn’t stop you from enjoying a cocktail! Look out for my own review on Zubrowka very soon! Zubrowka Brand Ambassador and cocktail connoisseur Pawel Rolka has worked his mixology magic to conjure up an enchanting Full Moon Cocktail toContinue reading “Zubrowka Unveils First Full Moon Cocktail”
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